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The Common loon is a large, heavy-bodied bird, averaging 32 inches (81.3 cm) in length, with a wingspan of about 5 feet (1.5 m). In breeding plumage, its head and dagger-like bill are dark, its breast white, and its back is a distinctive black and white checkerboard pattern.
Join us for a 4, 6, or 8-person river rafting trip along the Lower Platte River in Honor, Michigan inside the Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. Our rafting trips take at least 4 hours traveling from Riverside Canoes along M22 through Loon Lake and ending at the beach along beautiful Lake Michigan.
The river hits Loon Lake for a portion of the float which is really unique for a float trip and really beautiful. The kids loved playing on the sand bar where the river hits the lake. Highly recommend this float if you are traveling up to the area.
The new (9 years) owners have done a fine job carrying on a great tradition by offering 'river folk' an easy and affordable way to enjoy the beauty of a float on the Au Sable river. Floated McKinley Bridge to 4001 Bridge in July 2024 on tubes with a pillow/backrest. Read more.
30 cze 2022 · There are two species of loons that can be spotted in Michigan: the Red-throated Loon and the Common Loon. Red-throated loons can be only seen migrating through Michigan while the Common loons spend summers in the state.
During migration season, groups or “rafts” of dozens of loons may be seen on a single lake. However, during breeding season, loon pairs establish territories of around 100 acres, so the number of breeding pairs on a lake really depends on each lake’s features and size.
14 cze 2023 · A Platte River trip in northern Michigan is perfect for families of all ages and sizes. Riverside Canoes offers a variety of river trips suitable for families, including tubing, kayaking, canoeing, paddleboarding, rafting, and more.
